How do we communicate with each other? We would use direct forms of communications, such as; speech, one to one, in a group setting or by writing a letter, today e-mail.
Is it important to communicate with each other? Of course it is, communicating with others, answers questions, it prevents conflicts, it is necessary for our own intimate needs and psychological health.
But how do we speak and learn from our heavenly Father? We know the answer, prayer and reading his Word.
In each of the readings for the week, an underlying theme is communicating with God. God wants us to have to have a relationship with him. He wants us to speak with him, learn from him and listen for his guidance. He wants this just the same way we speak with one another about our; concerns, needs, desires, joys, sorrows, failures, etc.
So take time each day to read his Word and mediate on what God is saying to you. Pray with him without ceasing, 1 Thessalonians 5:17 “pray continually”. And listen for him to speak to you. His answer may not come at that moment but when you least expect it. So be ready all the time to hear him.
Recently, I have been listening for his guidance in my life as my seasons change. And one day, while speaking with a friend she a made comment to me that I quickly answered. But then just as suddenly, as my answer, I realized that her comment was an answer from God that I had been praying about. So his answers are not given to you like you think they might. Always LISTEN! Always Learn! Always speak with GOD!!
Prayer; Our Heavenly Father, you are our great teacher; you are always there to listen to us and guide us. Thank you for being there for me and help me to listen for you. Father today I ……………… (fill in here whatever you need to discuss with GOD today.) Through Jesus your son and the Power of the Holy Spirit, Amen.
Grace and Peace
Fred Herr
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